Arsenal transfer completion timeframe emerges for Declan Rice amid ‘haggling’ with West Ham United
Declan Rice’s move from West Ham to Arsenal could be completed within the next 48 hours, according to the Mirror.
The publication noted that talks are ongoing between all parties involved, with sources sharing that they continue to be positive.
The Hammers have agreed a £100million plus £5million in add-ons deal for the England midfielder to join the Gunners, as per David Ornstein (28 June).
“Deals for West Ham star Declan Rice and Ajax’s Jurrien Timber are close, and could even be wrapped up within the next 48 hours,” according to the Mirror.
“Talks between Arsenal and West Ham over England midfielder Rice are ongoing but sources say they continue to be positive and that the only haggling now is over the timing of instalments in the £105million deal.”
Deal close
Everything is almost agreed regarding Rice’s mega-money move to North London, with just some minor details left to discuss before the midfielder can be unveiled as a new Arsenal player.
It’s been a long time coming, but the Hammers always knew the day would come when they would have to say goodbye to their midfield maestro and beloved captain.
He has been a fantastic servant to the London Stadium club, and fittingly ended his spell there on a massive high by guiding them to the Europa Conference League trophy.
A new challenge now awaits at the Emirates, where manager Mikel Arteta is doing his utmost to build a side capable of winning the Premier League title as opposed to just challenging for it.
And England star Rice looks set to play a major role in that title pursuit, with Arteta undoubtedly going to build a team around the defensive midfielder.
In other West Ham news, the Hammers have completed their first summer signing as the player pens a three-year deal at the club.